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Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid celebrates following an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, in Las Vegas. The Chiefs won 31-13. (AP Photo/David Becker)
Chiefs' decision to trade Hill opened future for success

By Dave Skretta Jan. 24, 2023 03:05 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow greets the Cleveland Browns following an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Defense getting notice as Bengals earn fifth straight win

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 12, 2022 06:16 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Samaje Perine (34) carries Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Levi Wallace (29) on his way to a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Steelers defense coming up short against quality opponents

By Will Graves Nov. 21, 2022 04:43 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) talks with head coach Zac Taylor during the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Mixon's big day before bye energizes Bengals for second half

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 10, 2022 01:52 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (28) celebrates with fans in the stands after scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Mixon scores 5 TDs, Bengals dominate Panthers 42-21

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 06, 2022 04:15 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd (83) is tackled by New York Jets' Michael Carter II in the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Bengals reverse fortunes in 1st win with short week ahead

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 26, 2022 05:18 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Kwamie Lassiter II (18) runs after a catch against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of a preseason NFL football game in Cincinnati, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Browning leads Bengals past Rams 16-7 in Super Bowl rematch

Aug. 27, 2022 08:57 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals' Jessie Bates III speaks with reporters prior to a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams at the team's NFL football training facility, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Bengals' Bates wants to show he's 1 of NFL's top safeties

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 24, 2022 03:53 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (28) poses for a photo during an NFL football training camp practice Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
After Super Bowl run, Bengals say they're built to last

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 23, 2022 12:55 PM EDT

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals free safety Jessie Bates III walks on the field before the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 56 football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Bates, who has been in a contract dispute with the team, reported to camp Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, and signed a one-year contract with the franchise tag. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
Bates reports to Bengals camp, signs franchise tag tender

Aug. 23, 2022 12:26 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals' Dax Hill makes a catch during the NFL football team's training camp in Cincinnati, Wednesday, July 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bengals address biggest needs, ready to defend AFC title

By The Associated Press Aug. 23, 2022 11:10 AM EDT

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) is tackled by Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt (29) in the second quarter an NFL football preseason game in Cincinnati, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Cardinals beat Bengals 36-23 in preseason opener

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 12, 2022 10:59 PM EDT

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) takes part in drills at the team's NFL football stadium, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Cincinnati. Bengals owner Mike Brown said the team already has an eye on structuring finances so they can pay Joe Burrow enough to stay in Cincinnati when the star quarterback becomes eligible to negotiate a new contract next year. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean, File)
Brown: Bengals must pay star QB Burrow to keep him in Cincy

By Mitch Stacy Jul. 25, 2022 04:10 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) takes part in drills at the team's NFL football stadium, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
After improbable Super Bowl run, confident Bengals dig in

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 10:16 AM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals' Zac Taylor, right, talks with Joe Burrow during an NFL football practice in Cincinnati, Tuesday, May 24, 2022. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bengals wideouts confident of encore after Super Bowl run

By Mitch Stacy Jun. 08, 2022 02:15 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray (1) participates during the team's NFL football practice, Wednesday, June 1, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Brady, Rodgers headline list of NFL players skipping OTAs

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 01, 2022 05:32 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals' Joe Burrow throws a pass during NFL football practice in Cincinnati, Tuesday, May 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bengals' Burrow wasted no time getting over Super Bowl loss

By Mitch Stacy May. 17, 2022 03:42 PM EDT

FILE - Washington defensive back Kyler Gordon participates in a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, March 6, 2022. Gordon is a potential pick for the Cincinnati Bengals in next week’s NFL draft as the team seeks depth at the cornerback position. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
Super Bowl runner-up Bengals seeking cornerbacks, line depth

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 02:07 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bengals players B.J. Hill (92) and Quinton Spain (67) dance during warm ups during NFL football practice Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, in Los Angeles. The Cincinnati Bengals play the Los Angeles Rams in the Super Bowl Feb. 13. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Bengals expected to again seek O-linemen among free agents

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:43 PM EST

FILE - Miami Dolphins tight end Mike Gesicki (88) walks on the field ahead of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Miami Dolphins placed the franchise tag on tight end Mike Gesicki on Tuesday, March 8, which will keep him under contract for the 2022 season. (AP Photo/Willfredo Lee, File)
NFL salary cap for 2022 increases by nearly $26M to $208.2M

By Barry Wilner Mar. 08, 2022 10:43 AM EST